On Friday (April 16), news broke that actor Helen McCrory has passed away at the age of 52.
Actor Damian Lewis, whom McCrory married in 2007, confirmed the news on Twitter, revealing that the Peaky Blinders star had died peacefully at her home after a "heroic battle with cancer".
In his statement, Lewis added: "Fearlessly. God we love her and know how lucky we are to have had her in our lives. She blazed so brightly. Go now, Little One, into the air, and thank you."
Following news of McCrory's passing, stars have flooded social media with tributes to the late actor.
Comedian and actor Matt Lucas wrote: "Helen McCrory will be remembered not just for her remarkable stage and screen performances, but also for her selflessness and generosity.
"She and Damian were the motor driving FeedNHS, working tirelessly during the pandemic to raise millions for others. What a tremendous loss."
The League of Gentlemen star Reece Shearsmith wrote: Impossible to process the mighty Helen McCrory has passed. I worked with Helen on stage and of course we were lucky enough to get her in 'Inside No 9'. She was always immaculate and brilliant. An unfathomable loss. RIP.
Sherlock star Mark Gatiss typed: "Unbearable and unbelievable that Helen McCrory has gone. A genuine firecracker with an aching vulnerability. A wonderful actor and a wonderful woman. Thoughts with Damian and family. RIP"
British icon Tony Robinson wrote to his followers: "How terribly sad that we’ve lost Helen McCrory so young. She was one of the finest, most versatile and charming actors of her generation. The thoughts of all her many fans will be with Damian and the kids right now. RIP x"
Downtown Abbey star Elizabeth McGovern wrote: "Helen McCrory was fearless and brilliant. Her talent astounded me. She was a shining light and is so still."
Wizarding World - the official home of Harry Potter and Fantastic Beast - also paid tribute on Twitter, writing: "We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of our beloved Helen McCrory, who played Narcissa Malfoy with such depth and brilliance in the Harry Potter film series.
"She was a wonderful actor and a very dear friend; Harry Potter fans will miss her very much."
London Mayor Sadiq Khan wrote: "So sad to hear this news. Helen McCrory was an unparalleled talent and made a difference to many young Londoners through her charity work. I have fond memories of her helping us unveil the statue of Millicent Fawcett in Parliament Square. Sending love to her family."
The Independent reports that the star's cancer diagnosis has been kept private from her fans.
Born in Paddington, England, McCrory started studying acting at the Drama Centre in London. Throughout her career, she became a beloved star on both the big and small screen.
Some of McCrory's other prominent roles include her portrayal of Cherie Blair in both The Queen and The Special Relationship, as well as her performances in Charlotte Gray, Hugo, Skyfall, and Fearless.
McCrory was also a celebrated stage actor, having won a Critics' Circle Theatre Award for Best Actress in 2015 for her performance in Medea.
She was also nominated for an Olivier theatre award in 2006 for her West End performance as Rosalind in As You Like It.
Our thoughts are with McCrory's family, friends, and fans at this time.